Eyes Wide Open
Lefty aka The L.E.F.T. Lyrics

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Sleep with one eye open
Nah you niggas ain’t goin play wit me
You gotta pop some adderalls
If you try to stay up wit me
Say that you my brother
But you plottin to get rid of me
Boy you ain’t bout shit
You better catch up

Cause I’m dodging all the shit
That niggas told you
Or you must have heard
Ain’t nobody cold as me
I’m frozen like a iceberg
Feelin like a gucci adlib
Walk inside the spot they say brrrr
Plain jane rollie got me feelin like ferg

Ain’t no time to sleep
I got my money on my mind
It keeps me company
Niggas hatin on the net
But can’t walk up to me
How you beefin on computers but you in the streets
I ain’t playin wit you phoney niggas

This ain’t juice lil nigga
Know they sippin licka
On the corner wit they partners
Trynna push them dimes and nickels
Get the strippers
I just got my check
I’m finna tip her
Feeling t’d
I just left the store wit aquafina
What they mean
How you finna say I’m not that nigga
Baby please
Know I get this bread baby girl by any means
Go and get ya friend
Cause she lookin extra mean
Know she prolly mad cause I left her on her

Nigga please
Talking crazy we goin check em
Get a brick and they goin flip it
I be watching niggas steady
In her dreams she call me Freddy
Money disappear got me feelin like Houdini
Damn
Told her I ain’t gangsta
Don’t compare to

I could give one hundred bars
About the things that you might wanna hear
Love to swear they gangsta
But they coming from a good home
Ain’t no violence on they block
And they momma and they poppa
Both home trynna keep em off them streets
But you wanna be a gangsta
I like to sleep wit one eye open
Just to see what lurks around
When I ain’t watching
Prolly nothing
But post traumatic stress
Won’t let me keep up wit that statement
Always wondered why I liked to hear Aretha

But when I say a little prayer for you kids
I finally realize
You’re a lost soul
Trynna find ya spot inside this world
But you can’t help it
Social manipulation got you crippled
You wanna be like everyone you see
When you on insta
But them grams won’t help you get to shit
Besides them early mornings on the corner
Getting bread for yo big homie
And you barely pocket money
So you in a endless loop
Of slanging dope on different corners

Listen
It’s not my problem
Not even a color thing
Cause people that I’ve seen
Wit this disease have many races
Trynna be like the majority
Of niggas who seem cool
Cause there’s something bout the term
Cash rules that makes em drool
But who knows
Maybe I’m thinking way too much about it
And society is growing
While I’m staying back without it

Maybe

Aye turn the heat back on man

Sleep wit one eye open
Nah you niggas ain’t goin play wit me
You gotta pop some adderalls
If you try to stay up wit me
Say that you my brotha
But you plottin to get rid of me
Boy you ain’t bout shit
You better catch up
Cause I’m dodging all the shit
That niggas told you
Or you must have heard
Ain’t nobody cold as me
I’m frozen like a iceberg
Feelin like a gucci adlib
Walk inside the spot they say brrrr
Plain jane rollie got me feelin like ferg

Sleep wit one eye open
Nah you niggas ain’t goin play wit me
You gotta pop some adderalls
If you try to stay up wit me
Say that you my brotha
But you plottin to get rid of me
Boy you ain’t bout shit
You better catch up
Cause I’m dodging all the shit
That niggas told you
Or you must have heard
Ain’t nobody cold as me
I’m frozen like a iceberg
Feelin like a gucci adlib
Walk inside the spot they say brrrr
Plain jane rollie got me feelin like ferg

Sleep wit one eye open
Nah you niggas ain’t goin play wit me
You gotta pop some adderalls
If you try to stay up wit me
Say that you my brotha
But you plottin to get rid of me

Boy you ain’t bout shit
You better catch up

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Lefty aka The L.E.F.T.'s song "Eyes Wide Open" convey a sense of vigilance and awareness in the face of potential threats and betrayal. The artist starts by asserting that he is always alert and cautious, emphasizing that others have malicious intentions towards him. The mention of needing to take Adderall to keep up with him implies a fast-paced and intense lifestyle where one must remain sharp and focused.

The theme of distrust and deception continues as the artist calls out those who claim to be his allies but are actually plotting against him. He challenges them to catch up to his level as he navigates through obstacles and evades the negativity that surrounds him. The comparison to being frozen like an iceberg suggests a cold and impenetrable demeanor, while feeling like a Gucci ad-lib adds a touch of swagger to his defiance.

The lyrics shift to addressing the pressure to constantly hustle and stay ahead financially, amidst haters who criticize from a distance but lack the courage to confront face to face. The artist questions the authenticity of those engaging in online beef while highlighting the contradiction of projecting toughness online while avoiding real-life confrontation. The imagery of tipping a stripper with his paycheck and leaving the store with Aquafina adds layers of materialism and self-indulgence, juxtaposed with the struggle for respect and recognition.

The final verses delve into deeper societal issues, touching on themes of social conformity, materialism, and the allure of street life. The artist reflects on the struggles of youth influenced by societal pressures and the need to fit in, while recognizing the empty promises of quick money and false identities. The introspective tone suggests a sense of disillusionment with the superficiality of modern culture and a yearning for authenticity and self-discovery. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the message of staying vigilant and guarded against threats, showcasing a defiant and unwavering spirit in the face of adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

Sleep with one eye open
Stay alert and cautious, don't let your guard down

Nah you niggas ain’t goin play wit me
I won't tolerate any games or disrespect

You gotta pop some adderalls
You need to stay focused and keep up with me

If you try to stay up wit me
If you want to keep pace with me

Say that you my brother
Claim to be close to me

But you plottin to get rid of me
Secretly planning to harm or betray me

Boy you ain’t bout shit
You're not about anything serious

You better catch up
You need to keep up or improve

Cause I’m dodging all the shit
Avoiding all the negativity or problems

That niggas told you
Rumors or lies people told you about me

Or you must have heard
Assuming you've heard something negative about me